In El Campo, a tracking device meant for a young offender was found detached and abandoned. Police are now searching for the teen who slipped away from their electronic monitor. The device was discovered at a local Chicken Express and traced back to the Texas Juvenile Detention Center. Now, they’re trying to identify whose leg … Read more
Bay City is revitalizing an old K-mart into a new public safety hub, combining the police, dispatch, and court services. The city bought the building for $1.75 million, aiming to complete the renovation within two years. While the fire department prefers to stay put, the police are looking forward to the expansion.
Wharton’s City Council is moving forward with a major sidewalk overhaul, thanks to a $350,000 grant. The project will improve and extend sidewalks over 3.5 miles. Construction on downtown walkways will begin soon after a slight delay. Meanwhile, the Richmond Road sidewalk is visibly progressing, and sewer repairs on South East Avenue are underway.
Bay City police are looking into a shooting involving a local teenager. Around 8:46 p.m. on Friday, shots were heard on Hamman Road. Before cops arrived, the hospital got a call about a 19-year-old with multiple gunshot wounds. The injuries weren’t life-threatening, but the teen was taken to Houston for further treatment. A witness said … Read more
In El Campo, a man allegedly smashed three Harley-Davidson bikes outside a restaurant, causing over $40,000 in damage. Pedro Cura-Hernandez, 28, was arrested for this and for violating probation. He and Omar Reyes got into an argument with bikers earlier. They returned later, intentionally backing up a black GMC pickup onto the motorcycles.
In Richmond, a shooting early Friday morning resulted in a man’s death. He was discovered in a ditch near Fulshear-Gaston and Hidden Lake Lane around 6 a.m., not far from his workplace. One resident heard three gunshots but did not recognize them as such until later, when emergency lights were visible. The sheriff’s office confirmed … Read more
19-year-old Bryleigh Almanzar, a Victoria woman, is in legal trouble. First, she’s charged with engaging in organized criminal activity in Jackson County. Now, she faces additional charges in DeWitt County, including tampering with physical evidence and unauthorized use of a vehicle. Almanzar is currently held in the DeWitt County Jail on a $125,000 bond
In Calhoun County, cops nabbed 45 year old Terence Poessel, for breaking probation and drug possession. He’s also a suspect in burglaries in Palacios. Poessel’s now in Calhoun County Jail, needing $50,000 to get out. In Wharton, 43-year-old Robert Horelica is accused of three serious charges. These include robbery and assault with a weapon against … Read more
Bay City PD shared on social media that last weekend, folks gathered at the Texas Peace Officers’ Memorial to honor Juan Delgado. Governor Greg Abbott personally spoke with and comforted each family. Delgado’s name will forever be remembered on the memorial. 37 fallen officers were honored in total.
Bay City Police, with Texas Department of Public Safety, launched ‘Operation Semi Stop’ today to crack down on truck violations that risk road safety. The initiative also trains officers and aims to protect the community. With support from the Texas DPS, they’re committed to keeping our roads safer for everyone.